when a convex surface is moving, gliding occurs in the ___________ direction of bone movement.

opposite

when the concave surface is moving, gliding occurs in the_________ direction as bone movement

same

list the indications for joint mobilization

Increasing accessory motion available at the joint, increasing joint nutrition to the articular surfaces, and pain control via counterirratant theory, stimulation of mechanoreceptors causes release of endorphins in the spinal cord that inhibit pain signal transmission to the brain

general rule for performing joint mobs

patient must be relaxed, (positioning for comfort and support, temperature)

general rule for performing joint mobs

therapist must be relaxed, (good body mechanics and let gravity help)

general rule for performing joint mobs

hondholds should be firm but comfortable

general rule for performing joint mobs

do not move into pain, there is a difference between discomfort of soft tissues stretch and pain with muscle gaurding

general rule for performing joint mobs

both the stabilizing force and the mobilizing fore should be as close to the joint surface as possible for good control

general rule for performing joint mobs

motion should be assessed by comparing it to the corresponding joint on the other side of the body when possible